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Old Nov 18, 2022 | 08:03 PM
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I believe stock is 150 amp? I saw where a180 amp is also offered, any benefit or issue putting in the 180 amp?
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Where is the 180 amp for sale at?
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https://www.onallcylinders.com/2015/...ut-alternator/

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Thanks for the link.

Forgot to ask. What is the Amps of the stock E55 alternator?
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Thanks for the link.

Forgot to ask. What is the Amps of the stock E55 alternator?
150 amp I believe.
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150 amp I believe.
It's 180 amp OEM.

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Originally Posted by tlambert
Thanks for the link.

Forgot to ask. What is the Amps of the stock E55 alternator?
Sorry about my wrong info.
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